Planning a trip to the Land Down Under, but don’t have a clue as where to go? Try these top 5 sights in Australia:
1. Sydney Opera House
Just the mere mention of Sydney brings the image of the great and iconic Opera House, with its huge, billowing sail-like structures and grand, sprawling magnificence into the minds of many. This epic architectural icon has been hailed as one of UNESCO’s heritage sites, and the location is absolutely stunning to say the least. Visitors can roam around and marvel at the beauty of it all, or dine in at one of the restaurants dotting the landscape. Afterwards, they can sit back and watch a spectacular performance played within the building.
2. The Great Barrier Reef
How about seeing one of the seven wonders of the natural world? The Great Barrier Reef stands among the best ecosystems in the world, housing more than three thousand coral reefs, inshore mangrove islands, three hundred coral cays and about six hundred continental islands. The massive reef stretches out to about 2,300 kilometers along Queensland and on the East Coast. Visitors can experience the Great Barrier Reef by snorkeling and seeing the various sea life pass them by- turtles, dolphins, rays, tropical fish, sharks, and more!
3. Ayers Rock in Uluru
Head on over to the Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park and you’ll catch a glimpse of the world-famous Ayers Rock, a massive monolith that has a peculiar behavior you’ll need to witness with your own two eyes!
The sandstone formation has a height of approximately 340 meters and the rock changes its colors when the sunset comes. It changes from terra cotta, to blue, then violet and finally to a shade of red as the last sunlight leaves its surface. Visitors can record the miracle using their mobile phones and take a guided tour by the aboriginal tribes called the Anangu, who sees the site as something very sacred.
4. Bondi Beach
Who doesn’t love to laze around on beaches, drinking cool beverages while their bodies get warmed up by the sun? While you’re in Sydney, it’s best to set a day for visiting Bondi Beach. Visitors can pack an outdoor picnic or take a stroll on the soft sandy beach. They may also visit the numerous cafes and shops that dot the street along the coast. Of course, you may also settle for a dip in the inviting waters, but make sure to stay within the flags to be safe.
5. Melbourne
Melbourne is considered Australia’s most cosmopolitan city, with its grand Victorian-era architecture reminiscent of cities in Europe. There’s a lot parks and gardens here as well, and shops and restaurants that cater to every taste. See the spectacle of Australian Rules Football at Australia’s largest stadium, go shopping at the Royal Arcade, or go to the National Gallery or the Royal Botanical Gardens for a refreshing change of pace.
Worried about missing your favorite TV show while seeing the sights around Australia? You can be close to civilization and get netflix while still enjoying what this remarkable country has to offer.
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